2022 Resolution: Shopping my own bag and SLG collection. Anyone else?

[Katinahat]

2 Aug - brand showcase: A-F
4 Sept - brand showcase: G-L
11 Sept - brand showcase: M-R
18 Sept - brand showcase: S-Z
25 Sept - totes
2 Oct - satchels
9 Oct - crossbodies inc WOCS
16 Oct - shoulder bags
23 Oct - bucket bags
30 Oct - clutches
6 Nov - backpacks
13 Nov - bags that don’t count
20 Nov - pairing bags with shoes
27 Nov - pairing bags with other accessories
4 Dec - bag storage
11 Dec - SLGs
18 Dec - charms

Challenges:
Sept - bags in different locations
Oct - Halloween: wear orange or black bags
Nov - International Merlot Day: wear wine coloured bags or pair bags with wine.
Dec - use the bag.

 

[whateve]

Wow! I LOVE the embroidery/appliqué idea!
I love to "fix" my bags too, but never thought of doing this.

My biggest 2022 bag resolution:

I really want to have the guts to take apart and upcycle more of the bags I don't use anymore.
I have so many ideas, but I just didn’t want to do the first "cut" or "puncture" to the bag.

I can't do the first cut either! You are braver than me! And you also have more ideas.

 

[papertiger]

Even buying vintage and secondhand, premium designer bags can really add up. Funny…I thought a one carat engagement ring was too much so ai didn’t get one (and I wear mine nearly every day), but when I add up the cost of the Hermès bags I bought this year, I could have bought one. I tell myself that I got the bags at a steal…and I did. A true fraction of the cost of new. But still, combined it was a lot of money. It’s good to keep in touch with that and keep it real as part of an overall purchase budget instead of one bag at a time…kinda like car dealers and the like taking a big ticket item and breaking it down to a monthly/daily/weekly cost so it doesn’t seem so big. The games we play on ourselves and others…

You have some good plans! Let us help you stay accountable.

Yup, same with me and H scarves especially new. This is why I diverted finds for jewellery more recently.

 

[dcooney4]

Use the new, gifted, neglected items that haven’t been taken out. Even if it’s only to Target or the grocery store, use your item(s).

This exactly what I am going to do for January. I was all ready going to do the one I was scared to use because it is a bit to dressy but I have new bags that need to get worn. So as long as it does not rain heavy or snow , I am going to do this. Great idea !

 

[Sparkletastic]

I’m curious. I see various posts in which people are quite upset over “defects” on a bag that I and others can’t see in the photo they share. (Not being sarcastic. I literally cannot see it.)

Then I see other posts in which people say they prefer buying and wearing bags with significant signs of wear so they don’t have to worry about them.

So, fun question for the day! On a scale of 1 (will wear a bag even if it’s quite damaged and dirty) to 10 (utter perfectionist who can’t tolerate a dust mote on a bag) what is your number and why do you think this is your approach?

I’m 8. I like my bags to look as pristine as possible and take good care of them. But, I’m not hesitant to use them so, I expect tiny scuffs, etc. to happen along the way.

My Fendi is the first bag I will have ever sold because it wore poorly over time.

 

[dcooney4]

I am fairly fussy so probably a 9. I am getting used to certain characteristics of full grain leather. Though I returned a bag that had multiple minor flaws. One or two I could have tolerated but not something that can pull and get worse. If I were to sell it at a later date I would have to disclose, so back it went.

 

[Sunshine mama]

Great question @Sparkletastic !
I'm a 9 with a brand new bag. Once I start using the bag, and with my 1st sign of irreversible wear or damage, it changes to 7, I suppose.

 

[Sparkletastic]

Great question @Sparkletastic !
I'm a 9 with a brand new bag. Once I start using the bag, and with my 1st sign of irreversible wear or damage, it changes to 7, I suppose.

Good distinction. I do expect new bags to be without flaws so I’d say I’m 9 at that stage. 8 as I wear them.

As I thought more about this, I don’t really have much chance for my bags to get messed up: no little children, currently no pets, no fabric bags, no daily public transport, reasonable humidity, all my leakable items like a pen or lip color are in pouches…. So, I guess I’m lucky in that respect.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

@hlh0904 I’m with you on these thoughts. My style is classic with pops of color in my wardrobe. Before covid I changed bags daily and carried two different bags to my office, a carryall/tote/satchel with a smaller coordinating purse. Every weekday, I would select my outfit for the day and then go into my handbag room to choose my two bags. Then change out my things which is easy when you do it daily. Never a messy purse full of junk like receipts to clean out!

I had hoped my office would reopen this year so I could do a hybrid thing and work a few days in the office and enjoy my wardrobe/bags again. Instead I’m still working remotely. I actually enjoy going to the grocery store just to get out and “dress up” in jeans instead of leggings! Now when I do go out it’s hard to choose which bag to take. I’ve got hundreds of bags and I swear they all are begging me to choose them. Lol!

What I’m going to try to do this year when I’m tempted to buy a bag is to walk into my handbag room, look at those gorgeous bags, smell the leather, and shop my own closet/room instead!

Haha, I hate grocery shopping but enjoy the getting dressed for it part... and to chose a handbag to take there.
Yes!That´s a perfect plan! I will try to do the same!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Ooooh! A winter white coat is on my “to buy” list. Such a beautiful item to wear mono chrome or with pops of color!

...beautiful, but I would be the person to have totally ruined a white coat before even reaching the car... haha!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

Yup, same with me and H scarves especially new. This is why I diverted finds for jewellery more recently.

+1! If I added up my preloved bag purchases from 2021 I certainly could have paid for a preloved Lady Dior instead of for the several bags I bought. On the other hand: I tested the LD idea with the preloved Donna Karan I bought for a song and now my LD desire has kind of died down. The Donna Karan might to go my DD sooner or later and I am very happy with my numerous other purchases.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

I’m curious. I see various posts in which people are quite upset over “defects” on a bag that I and others can’t see in the photo they share. (Not being sarcastic. I literally cannot see it.)

Then I see other posts in which people say they prefer buying and wearing bags with significant signs of wear so they don’t have to worry about them.

So, fun question for the day! On a scale of 1 (will wear a bag even if it’s quite damaged and dirty) to 10 (utter perfectionist who can’t tolerate a dust mote on a bag) what is your number and why do you think this is your approach?

I’m 8. I like my bags to look as pristine as possible and take good care of them. But, I’m not hesitant to use them so, I expect tiny scuffs, etc. to happen along the way.

My Fendi is the first bag I will have ever sold because it wore poorly over time.

Aww, that´s difficult. When buying a preloved bag - and this is the only kind I buy- I am willing to accept a fair amount of dirt and damage as long as they are fully disclosed and reflected in the price.
For example I bought my black Dior Delices even though it was described as "smells of basement" and pictured with several rubbed spots and wrinkly leather on the inside. The selling history of the seller on VC showed the bag must have been returned to them for these reasons as the above mentioned defects originally were not described in the listing. The original price was more than double of what I paid plus I had an extra coupon.

As soon as my purchases arrive I immediately start cleaning them up and restoring them as good as I can...
My example Dior Delices only needed ozone, a good washing off, repairs with paint and heavy conditioning. It´s truly fine now, maybe a grade B-.

When it comes to actually wearing damaged and dirty I am a 7 as I can accept the amount of defects I can´t do anything about with preloved purchases.

BUT: When it comes to bags I received in brandnew state I´m a 10. I hate ruining a bag myself!
I have a YSL by Tom Ford bag I received never worn, took it on holidays and managed to add a huge scratch to the front. One I didn´t manage to repair... Now I´m so disappointed with myself that I stored the beautiful bag away and haven´t ever worn it again... I should try again to fix it!

 

[mariliz11]

Good distinction. I do expect new bags to be without flaws so I’d say I’m 9 at that stage. 8 as I wear them.

This exactly. 10 if its a new bag, 9 if it is preloved. 8 as I wear them. I will always store carefully and clean after each use but for some types of leather a scratch or buff is inevitable and I will do my best to repair

 

[Jereni]

I was inspired by @Sparkletastic and launched into my goals quickly.

Today: combining my beloved peekaboo with a LV keychain that I adore and don’t use nearly often enough. I really like them together!

 

[hlh0904]

I am a 10 with a new bag. For the price, I would be "uber snotty" lol.

With preowned I am a 9-8. It depends on the damage. Some preowned bags just need some love and a lovely conditioner. I prefer preowned bags in very good condition. They are so ready to wear and I feel I can baby my bag but not be obsessed over it. I have a Stella McCartney Falabella that I am selling to get whatever I can. The craftsmanship is not good. The chain is unbelievably heavy and the faux leather on the bag offers absolutely NO SUPPORT. It just flops over, leaving the contents sliding out.

Oh my goodness, I resent this handbag a great deal. Hell to the NO, let that SH*T GO!

 

[slytheringirl]

I’m curious. I see various posts in which people are quite upset over “defects” on a bag that I and others can’t see in the photo they share. (Not being sarcastic. I literally cannot see it.)

Then I see other posts in which people say they prefer buying and wearing bags with significant signs of wear so they don’t have to worry about them.

So, fun question for the day! On a scale of 1 (will wear a bag even if it’s quite damaged and dirty) to 10 (utter perfectionist who can’t tolerate a dust mote on a bag) what is your number and why do you think this is your approach?

I’m 8. I like my bags to look as pristine as possible and take good care of them. But, I’m not hesitant to use them so, I expect tiny scuffs, etc. to happen along the way.

My Fendi is the first bag I will have ever sold because it wore poorly over time.

This is quite hard. With preloved bags, I’m willing to accept a bit of wear and damage so long as I know about it beforehand and it is reflected in the price. With my Prada Saffiano tote bag, there is a noticeable dent. It also gets black scuffs on it that are easy to wipe off with a paper towel and I don’t mind that. It’s still useable, and fine otherwise. With my new to me Chanel clutch I just got, there there is minimal wear as stated, and I’ve only seen it in one spot. It’s extremely minor though, and I only saw it when inspecting the bag. With my Gucci tote, the wear is inside, and I don’t mind at all. No one is going to see the wear inside at all. When it comes to the inside the only thing I mind is if there is an odor inside the bag.

When it comes to bags bought in the boutique, I’m more picky. Not extremely strict, but not so relaxed either.

With all that said, I would probably consider myself maybe a 5-7. I like my bags to look nice, but they don’t need to be in the most pristine condition. I’m fine with some wear here and there, and relaxed when it comes to how the inside looks since no one sees the inside. However, if a bag looks just awful on the outside (stains and wear all over, scratches, etc.), that’s when I’ll retire the bag. I do try very hard to make sure my bags are taken care of and they’ll hopefully never get to that point. I try really hard to be careful, but I also make sure to enjoy my bags.